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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Peter Zak Trio
DESCRIPTION:New York Jazz Comes to The Cherry! \nJazz at The Cherry is delighted to welcome the New York–based Peter Zak Trio for a thrilling afternoon and early evening of swinging\, straight-ahead jazz. Pianist and bandleader Peter Zak is joined by two remarkable artists with West Coast roots who are now fixtures on the New York jazz scene: bassist Essiet Okon Essiet and drummer Sylvia Cuenca.  With its rich and celebrated jazz heritage\, the Monterey Peninsula has long been home to an extraordinary community of world-class jazz musicians. This performance brings an exciting East Coast perspective to that tradition and offers Jazz at The Cherry audiences a rare opportunity to experience the distinctive sound\, spirit\, and energy of the New York jazz scene in the intimate setting of the Cherry Center. \nSOLD OUT: Sunday\, June 21st • 2pm. Tickets are $45 (includes wine and light fare). \nAbout the Musicians \nPeter Zak \nPeter Zak\, pianist and bandleader\, was born in Los Angeles and grew up in Ohio\, where he began playing piano at the age of five. At sixteen\, his family relocated to Oakland\, California\, where an inspiring high school band director sparked his lifelong passion for jazz. Zak went on to attend UC Berkeley\, performing with the university’s Jazz Ensemble while earning a B.A. in History.  After several years performing in clubs throughout Northern California\, Zak moved to New York City\, where he established himself as a deeply respected voice on the jazz scene. Over the years\, he has appeared with a number of jazz luminaries\, including Eddie Henderson\, Jon Hendricks\, and George Coleman.  Peter’s playing reflects the influence of many of the great bop and post-bop pianists while maintaining a distinctive voice of his own. Widely admired for his mastery of the classic piano-bass-drums format\, Zak is considered one of today’s finest practitioners of the straight-ahead jazz trio tradition. \n  \nEssiet Okon Essiet \nEssiet Okon Essiet first received critical acclaim as a member of saxophonist Bobby Watson’s acclaimed post-bop ensemble\, Horizon. Since then\, he has established himself as one of New York’s premier jazz bassists.  Essiet was also a member of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers\, remaining with the legendary drummer and educator until Blakey’s passing in 1990. Over the course of his distinguished career\, he has performed with an extraordinary roster of jazz greats\, including Freddie Hubbard\, Cedar Walton\, Benny Golson\, and the Blue Note All-Stars\, among many others.  In addition to his work as a sideman\, Essiet leads IBO\, an innovative Nigerian jazz project that reflects his deep connection to African musical traditions and contemporary jazz. \n  \nSylvia Cuenca \nSylvia Cuenca is a highly respected and active presence on the New York jazz scene\, known for her dynamic\, sensitive\, and swinging drumming in a wide variety of musical settings.  She performed with saxophone legend Joe Henderson for four years and with trumpet master Clark Terry for seventeen years. With the Joe Henderson Quartet\, Cuenca toured extensively throughout Europe as well as major venues across the United States. In smaller group settings\, she also performed in trio collaborations with Joe Henderson and Charlie Haden in 1989\, and later with bassist George Mraz in 1994.  As a member of the Clark Terry Quintet and Big Band\, Cuenca appeared at many of the world’s premier jazz venues\, including the Village Vanguard\, Birdland\, and the Blue Note.
URL:https://carlcherrycenter.org/event/peter-zak-trio/
LOCATION:The Carl Cherry Center\, Fourth and Guadalupe\, Carmel\, CA\, 93921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cherry Hall Theater,Highlight
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SUMMARY:Monterey Comedy Improv
DESCRIPTION:The Monterey Comedy Improv is back! The premier improv comedy troupe on the peninsula will be back in action on Friday\, July 17th\, at 7pm. \nSimilar to “Whose Line is it Anyway\,” Monterey Comedy Improv takes audience suggestions or volunteers and instantly creates hilarious scenes right on the spot. Join us for a night of fun and laughs! For audiences 16+. \nTickets are $25\, available on Eventbrite.com.
URL:https://carlcherrycenter.org/event/monterey-comedy-improv-11/
LOCATION:The Carl Cherry Center\, Fourth and Guadalupe\, Carmel\, CA\, 93921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cherry Hall Theater,Highlight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T150000
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SUMMARY:Portraits in Song Presents Victoria Lynn\, Special Guest Simon Stewart
DESCRIPTION:Monterey County local Victoria Lynn will be performing Americana/folk music rooted in self-love\, justice\, and reflection. Victoria recently recorded an album with Sierra Ferrell’s band\, so she will be sharing those songs as well as performing some covers and more. Accompanied by Kelly Goldberg. \nSimon Stewart is a songwriter and guitarist from Marina\, California who currently helms the progressive rock band Venus Daze. Growing up in a musical household\, he was exposed to a wide variety of music and started playing and performing at a young age. Simon’s highly original music defies categorization\, ranging from grooving psych-metal to 70’s folk and space rock balladry\, layering philosophical lyrics with improvised solos and intricate guitar riffs. \nThe performance will be held Saturday\, August 22nd\, at 3:00pm\, doors open at 2:30pm. Tickets are $25\, available on Eventbrite.com.
URL:https://carlcherrycenter.org/event/portraits-in-song-presents-victoria-lynn-special-guest-simon-stewart/
LOCATION:The Carl Cherry Center\, Fourth and Guadalupe\, Carmel\, CA\, 93921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cherry Hall Theater,Highlight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260823T140000
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SUMMARY:Rick Forschino Trio Performing the Music of Cedar Walton
DESCRIPTION:Jazz at The Cherry is pleased to welcome back to our stage one of the Peninsula’s favorites\, Rick Forschino and his trio.  Rick will once again share his skillful interpretation of another established jazz great.  In his past performances at the Cherry\, he has explored the works of Michel Petrucciani and Enrico Pieranunzi.For this performance the trio will turn its attention to stalwart bebop pianist Cedar Walton (1934-2013). \nWalton enjoyed a distinguished career that placed him among jazz royalty.  He performed with such notable artists as: Lou Donaldson\, Sonny Rollins\, Kenny Dorham\, J.J. Johnson\, Art Farmer\, and Benny Golson. His years with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers helped cement his reputation.  He later anchored rhythm sections for Milt Jackson\, Frank Morgan\, Dexter Gordon and vocalists Ernestine Anderson and Freddy Cole. His trio with Ron Carter and Billy Higgins further distinguished him as one of the most accomplished musicians in jazz history. \nForschino became a Cedar Walton fan after seeing him perform live in the 1980s and was captivated by his compositions which bridged modern and classic jazz.  This performance will showcase Walton’s modern harmonies\, distinctive compositional ideas\, and the unique style that secured his place as a jazz legend. \nJoining Rick for this outstanding show will be versatile bassist\, Bill DeLap and seasoned drummer\, Mike Shannon. \nPerformance Sunday\, August 23rd\, at 2pm. Doors open at 1:30pm for wine and light fare included in the $45 ticket price. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.com.
URL:https://carlcherrycenter.org/event/rick-forschino-trio-performing-the-music-of-cedar-walton/
LOCATION:The Carl Cherry Center\, Fourth and Guadalupe\, Carmel\, CA\, 93921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cherry Hall Theater,Highlight,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Porchlight Stories Workshop with Robin McKee
DESCRIPTION:Do You Have a Story to Tell? \nYou are invited to join the Porchlight community! \nPorchlight – a NPR “Moth Radio Hour” inspired storytelling program produced at the Cherry Center for the Arts is offering a workshop for would be storytellers! The next performance of Porchlight Stories will be held October 29\, 2026. \nWorkshop Leader: Robin McKee – Longtime Director\, Producer and Performance Coach\, Robin McKee\, will guide a small group of storytellers through crafting\,  editing and live presentation on stage – 1 to 3 stories. The all-day workshop will be held at the Cherry Center on Saturday\, August 29th. $75 per person\, available on Eventbrite.com. Space is limited. \n10:30am – 1:30 pm – Public Reading\, Crafting and Editing Material with group and input. \n1:30 – 2:15 pm – Working lunch break – for individual re-writes and BYOB lunch/refreshment in the Sculpture Garden at the Cherry Center \n2:15 – 5:30 pm – One-on-one stage rehearsal of stories continuing to carve and shape individual’s stories with coaching from Robin. \nRound-table storytelling experience \n5:30 – 8:00 pm – Light dinner (pizza anyone?) and adult beverages (provided by workshop organizers) \nTime to relax and refresh followed by telling of refined and rehearsed stories in a “dining room/friends and family” setting. Maybe we will have time for you to tell a brand new story with your freshly honed skills. \n 
URL:https://carlcherrycenter.org/event/porchlight-stories-workshop-with-robin-mckee/
LOCATION:The Carl Cherry Center\, Fourth and Guadalupe\, Carmel\, CA\, 93921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cherry Hall Theater,Highlight
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SUMMARY:Bob Phillips and the Lighthouse Jazz Quartet Plus One  Album Release Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Jazz At The Cherry performance as the Lighthouse Jazz Quartet Plus One celebrates the release of their new vinyl LP\, “Live at the Cherry Center” recorded during one of their recent performances at our theater.  The album captures a memorable Jazz At The Cherry concert and now stands as a lasting tribute to Bob Phillips\, the group’s originator\, and some of the Peninsula’s most exceptionable musicians. This beautiful album was generously produced by Pacific Grove’s Wild Fish Restaurant. \nThe ensemble— Stu Reynolds\, Dennis Murphy\, Bob Phillips\, Paul Contos\, and Mike Shannon—will perform many of the standout selections from that recording\, along with an engaging program of jazz standards and other audience favorites. \nThe afternoon will also feature the group’s acclaimed Legacy Program\, highlighting talented young musicians who have been mentored by these distinguished artists. It is a fitting celebration of the Peninsula’s rich jazz tradition—honoring both the masters who have shaped it and the next generation who will carry it forward. \nWhether you’ve followed these musicians for years or are discovering them for the first time\, this promises to be a memorable afternoon of outstanding music\, camaraderie\, and celebration. Sunday\, September 6th\, at 2pm. Doors open at 1pm for wine and light fare (included in the $45 ticket price.) Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.com.
URL:https://carlcherrycenter.org/event/bob-phillips-album-release-party/
LOCATION:The Carl Cherry Center\, Fourth and Guadalupe\, Carmel\, CA\, 93921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cherry Hall Theater,Highlight
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